QA Laboratory Technician I

QA Laboratory Technician I

Duration: 3 months Location: Commerce, CA 90040 Shift: Schedule 3 AM - 11:30 AM - Candidate to be flexible for change of hours. Candidate to be open to overtime. Sunday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday. Off Monday and Tuesday. Pay Rate: $24/hr. - $30/hr. on w2

Job Description

The Supply Operations Los Angeles Milk/Culture Plant, located in Commerce, California, has a Plant Quality Control Technician position available. Key responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

• Responsible for sampling, testing, plating, reading, and recording product test results.
• Ensure that daily records are kept and maintained.
• Data entry and tracking
• Following QC hold procedures for out of specification products
• Must possess the ability to follow standard operating procedures (SOP's).
• Will assist in the discipline to maintain a 5-S rating of an "A".
• Be flexible in working hours.
• Equipment calibration and troubleshooting
• Perform other duties as assigned.
• Participate in driving continuous improvement.
• Must meet with supervisor on a daily basis covering on any issues associated with production.
• Possess the knowledge and understanding of industry best practice maintenance on equipment.

Qualifications

* Minimum Bachelor's degree (Food Science, Biology, Microbiology or related science) or equivalent experience (Minimum 2 years in similar role) * Knowledge of Microbiological, Chemical and Physical, Organoleptic Testing * Ensure policies, procedures, and workplace safety is adhered to. * Evaluate trends from test results and develop plans to correct deficiencies and communicate these plans to employees, and management. * Implement quality control processes/testing to meet the expectations of quality standards and ensure that the product(s) are within specification. * Excellent organizational skills with a high degree of initiative and flexibility. * Good analytical and problem solving skills. * Utilize laboratory supplies/items relating to plant sanitation/safety. * Good oral/written communication skills. * Able to multi-task in fast paced environment with limited supervision. * Proficient in window based PC programs. * Lab Test Equipment/Maintenance. * Ability to lift 50lbs. * Time Management * Quick to learn new techniques * Ability to work in cold and loud environments.